Science (086) — AI-generated practice question

Binary Fission in Amoeba:
The cell splits into two equal daughter cells. Division can occur in any plane. This happens under normal, favourable conditions and produces 2 new individuals each time.

Multiple Fission in Plasmodium:
The nucleus divides repeatedly, forming many nuclei. Each nucleus then gets surrounded by cytoplasm, producing many daughter cells simultaneously from a single parent cell.

Difference in Outcome:
Binary fission → 2 daughter cells; Multiple fission → many daughter cells at once. Multiple fission is more efficient for rapid multiplication, especially under favourable conditions after dormancy.

Source: Chapter 7, Section 7.2.1 – Fission

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• Examiners expect a clear comparison — mention both organisms, not just one.
• Key terms to use: "any plane," "simultaneously," "many daughter cells."
• The textbook specifically states Amoeba splits in any plane and Plasmodium divides into many daughter cells simultaneously — use these exact ideas.
• For 3 marks: ~1 mark each for Amoeba description, Plasmodium description, and the difference in outcome.